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Supervisor Jim Desmond supported a $1.8M feasibility study on cleaning the entire Tijuana River. But he’s against the very thing that could pay for the fix.

In the 2026 General Election, residents in Rancho Santa Fe’s Harris Annex community are considering a special tax that would provide long-term funding to maintain legacy private roads in the county’s Permanent Road Division program.

"The Tiny Exhibition" is a unique, one-day public art event at Liberty Station Arts Districts' First Fridays on June 5, 2026. This event presents a powerful collaboration between contemporary artist Lisa Bryson, Tiny Home Central, Piccola Tiny Homes and the non-profit The Warrior Village Project. Featuring a collection of meticulously crafted oil paintings, many are of a jewel-like size, on display inside a Piccola Tiny Home as art gallery organized by Tiny Home Central. A portion of the proceeds will benefit The Warrior Village Projects’ tiny home build program. The exhibition explores themes of scale, luxury, and sustainability, challenging the notion that size dictates value—in both art and living spaces. This event creates a poignant link between the site's legacy of military service and the project's contemporary mission, offering a compelling cultural experience while directly supporting a vital community cause. 10% of all art sales will benefit The Warrior Village Project's mission to house homeless veterans. Visit: https://tinyhomecentral.org/upcoming Tiny Home Central on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate Amphibian Week at the Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve with the U.S. Geological Survey, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Friends of San Diego Wildlife Refuges. Everyone is invited to explore the fascinating world of frogs, toads, and salamanders through hands-on activities and nature experiences. Enjoy a Baja California treefrog hike, see live amphibians up close, play amphibian games, and take part in a creative frog art project. Activity books and coloring pages will be available for children and curious adults alike. This free, all-ages event offers a fun way to connect with nature and learn about the amphibious residents of San Diego County. Bring your family and join us in celebrating Amphibian Week.

At its three most popular campuses, UC agreed to admit more California students and reduce the number of out-of-state students. The state covered the loss of revenue from nonresident students, who pay three times what instate students pay.

The San Diego Museum of Art offers free admission to San Diego County residents (with ID) on the third Tuesday of every month. A valid ID is required for admission and certain restrictions apply as Resident Free Tuesdays tend to be busy. We ask that you not bring food, beverages, backpacks, or other oversized items. The San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

"Becoming Heirlooms": A Craft Desert exhibition curated by Kerianne Quick and Adam John Manley in conjunction with Handwork 2026, a Craft in America initiative. Opening Reception: Friday, September 11, 2026 | 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. On view August 24, 2026 - November 7, 2026 "Becoming Heirlooms" examines the extra functional power of craft and art objects, not merely as artifacts, but as tools for gathering, witnessing, and remembrance. Expanding the notion of “family” beyond bloodline or inheritance, the exhibition embraces broader forms of collectivity—chosen families, cultural lineages, ideological kinships, and experiences—that serve as touchstones for our shared existence. At its core, "Becoming Heirlooms" considers the moment when a crafted object transcends authorship and utility to become a site of collective feeling—when an artist’s intention resonates beyond the individual viewer and ignites a shared emotional consciousness. These works become gathering points for empathy, reflection, and recognition, binding communities through the realities of the world they inhabit together. Featuring new works by: Diana Benavidez, Matt Hebert, Michael Hernandez, Soyeon Kim, Christine Lee, Anna Mayer, Kaiya Rainbolt, Phil Rowland, India Thompson, and Georgina Treviño. Visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/visualarts

San Diego Comic-Con attendees can set sail for adventure a little early. On Friday, July 24 at 5 p.m., Universal Pictures will host a special advance screening of DreamWorks Animation’s "Forgotten Island" at AMC Mission Valley (1640 Camino Del Rio N, San Diego), and we’re giving the chance to attend, ahead of the September 25 release. Be sure to arrive early, as admission is not guaranteed once the theater reaches capacity. From the filmmakers behind "Puss in Boots: The Last Wish," "Forgotten Island" is a new animated adventure about two lifelong best friends who must come together before they drift apart. The voice cast features H.E.R., Liza Soberano, Dave Franco, Jenny Slate, Manny Jacinto, Dolly de Leon, Jo Koy, Ronny Chieng, and Lea Salonga. Go to https://gofobo.com/ForgottonKPBS and use code ForgottonKPBS. Forgotten Island Movie on Facebook / Instagram

Join the Center Chorale, Pacific Coast Chorale, Guest Singers and Soloists with Orchestra Tutti of San Diego for a presentation of a symphonic work written for J.R.R Tolkien’s "The Lord of the Rings Trilogy." This exciting score, taken from the Tolkien films, includes 85 instrumentalists, 100 singers, soloists and children’s chorus. The music of "The Lord of the Rings" creates a new and dramatic live concert experience, led by Guest Conductor James Beauton of San Francisco. "The Fellowship of the Ring," composed by Howard Shore, won the Academy Award for Best Original Score in 2001. The score incorporates unusual percussion instruments, including Japanese taiko drums, metal bell plates and chains beaten upon piano wires to depict the mythical creatures called Orcs. Come join us for the rare opportunity to experience this epic choral symphony, performed in both English and Elvish. Visit: https://www.escondidochoralarts.com/ Escondido Choral Arts on Facebook / Instagram

There are more than 800,000 dogs living across San Diego County, according to the U.S. Census and American Veterinary Medical Association estimates. But along with the rising cost of housing, food, and health care, pet care is becoming another growing expense for local families